00:01 Comparison of popular budget microphones under $50 01:43 Importance of using a microphone arm for preventing vibrations 03:27 Comparison of USB microphones under $50. 05:10 Comparison between two small microphones under $50 07:04 Comparison of two USB microphones under $50 08:53 Comparing USB microphones under $50 10:38 Testing the microphones with and without a mic arm and background noise. 12:19 Different microphones have varying polar patterns affecting sensitivity. 13:56 Comparison of USB microphones testing on desk and microphone arm. 15:42 Comparison of different USB microphones under $50
the siren mini mic from razor has long term issues coming from experience. I've had this mic for over two years and through these two years I've had issues with the device not working properly disconnecting and being unable to reconnect, drivers missing or receiving a error code which is the following {This device cannot start. (Code 10) The I/O request was canceled.} ive tried fixing these issue but never got any to work. bear in mind that at first when i encountered this issue i bought another mini mic (the exact same model and stuff) and had the same problems, overall i really enjoyed the way it didn't take a lot of space and its nice audio i like its ability to be high quality without being expensive id give it a 7/10 if not for the issues but it would have to be a 5/10 for it well since im on this video now ill be seeing myself with a new microphone soon hopefully though this one wont have as many issues.
MAONO AU A04 KIT: I think (in my opinion) this is the best one for the price What makes it the best? The power and gain that it has because most mics they have to be close to your mouth and it kinda feels annoying so putting this mic far away from you is very good and it won’t bother your vision on the monitor
Btw, TDCatTech contacted Maono about the A04 mic since they changed the chip inside. He has a link to where you can download a firmware fix that could fix the mic's sensitivity.
Hypercardioid is actually more sensitive on the rear than a cardioid mic, hypercardioid is specifically better than cardioid for side rejection (we use them a lot live for drummers)
A7S3 (4K) on the front with a Sony 35mm F1.4 lens for background blur A1 (8K) on the side for zooming on products without losing quality elgato keylight on topdown to light products random led panel on the side to light 1 part of my face big aputure led panel softbox ($800) in the front for diffused light (this helps a lot for smooth image) -20 midtone detail in davinci resolve for a bit more smoothness
How can I avoide Windows from lowering automatically my mic volume? I'm really struggling with it and I've done everything to fix it butnone is working :(
I love these as out of the box reviews but I feel you could explain to people that they can post process the signal. You can set up your signal chain to have gates/compression/limiters through OBS and such.
The only thing i wonder is does the on board chip the sudotack help if you plug it directly into ps5? Because i have that first fifine mic and it sounds clear but no where near as good as it can sound on a pc with effects.
It could be the setting and the output device. The result could vary quite a lot with different volumes of the TV speaker for your console or the headphones for your PC and the sound doesn't feel the same even it's the same audio source with different output devices.
If you were to choose one for doing voiceovers, commercials, PSA's etc. which one would you choose? Also, what's your recommendation for higher budget up to $100?
I liked the video but there was one thing you could have done differently and that’s not talking the whole time while you clicked on the keyboard and mouse so we can hear it for our selfs instead of u telling us abt it but other than that good job man!!
Got the Finine t669 ( which is the K669b but with the whole mic kit and detachable cable) and I am happy with the product for the price I payed. its now starting to show its age but its working the way its supposed to. would recommend it.
@Nox_GG I have the Fifine K669 with the Mic stand and Shock Stand, and I've been rocking it for over 4 years. I don't see any need to upgrade to any newer condenser mics or XLR mics yet bc it still works amazingly. I also use the Steelseries mixer software to EQ my voice as well, and it sounds that much better. I would highly recommend it if it's on your radar.
@@dsajacob the stand is showing it's age, one of the screw came off, but was able to fix it back. The pads on the shock mount and the clamp are worned out but it's because it had been moved a lot.also there are some cosmetic damages. But I'm the type of guy to not handle stuff properly and mishandle it.
Mics are recorded in obs studio with the pc I'm on (which I also use for recording my screen). My own audio is recorded by a Rode NTG3 connected through XLR to a Zoom F3. Not the best shotgun for indoors, an AT4053B or MKH50 would be better options.
This is how you do a mic testing video. I’m in the market so I’ve been watching so ma y and this one is great, seems a couple of these could be exactly what I need. I also need to add a quality noise cancellation aspect for certain videos so I don’t he has ever done that test or maybe we can get him to do one.
I would recommend Steelseriesgg. It's a full virtual mixer for all audios from gaming, music, discord chat, etc. But you can also change the EQs of each audio channel. Which means you can change the way your mic sounds and how your game sounds as well.
00:01 Comparison of popular budget microphones under $50
01:43 Importance of using a microphone arm for preventing vibrations
03:27 Comparison of USB microphones under $50.
05:10 Comparison between two small microphones under $50
07:04 Comparison of two USB microphones under $50
08:53 Comparing USB microphones under $50
10:38 Testing the microphones with and without a mic arm and background noise.
12:19 Different microphones have varying polar patterns affecting sensitivity.
13:56 Comparison of USB microphones testing on desk and microphone arm.
15:42 Comparison of different USB microphones under $50
thx
the siren mini mic from razor has long term issues coming from experience. I've had this mic for over two years and through these two years I've had issues with the device not working properly disconnecting and being unable to reconnect, drivers missing or receiving a error code which is the following
{This device cannot start. (Code 10)
The I/O request was canceled.} ive tried fixing these issue but never got any to work.
bear in mind that at first when i encountered this issue i bought another mini mic (the exact same model and stuff) and had the same problems, overall i really enjoyed the way it didn't take a lot of space and its nice audio i like its ability to be high quality without being expensive id give it a 7/10 if not for the issues but it would have to be a 5/10 for it well since im on this video now ill be seeing myself with a new microphone soon hopefully though this one wont have as many issues.
I brought a razer seiren mini from your budget mic video, and it is amazing
2:40 razor lowkey cooks on the budget stuff. I have a 15$ pair of headphones from them that work great and I’ve had them for like 4 years
Their budget stuff is good value but their more expensive stuff is crap
Razer sucks
MAONO AU A04 KIT:
I think (in my opinion) this is the best one for the price
What makes it the best?
The power and gain that it has because most mics they have to be close to your mouth and it kinda feels annoying so putting this mic far away from you is very good and it won’t bother your vision on the monitor
I am a bit disappointed that you didn’t say what was the best and which one I should but thanks for the opinions
everyone's best is different.
I did not believe a 30 dollar mic (k669b) soused that good so I bought one for myself and I am so grateful I did because it sounds good❤❤❤
Hope your right lol cuz this is going on my bday list! It looks and sounds good so this comment is reassuring 😂 thanks
@@SillyTopHatMan was it good?
@SillyTopHatMan was it good?
@@SillyTopHatMan was it good?
@donnyboi7033 my birthday is in 2 weeks so we'll see 😭😂
what I want to see is what they sound like with a fan in the background
Will keep this in mind for future videos where I test all mics in exactly the same scenarios
4:56 I've had that mic before, it's good, I've had it before. One thing I gotta say is that one bad fall and the stand can break.
Man, this video came in clutch!
Amazing video! Thank you so much! I couldn't have found a better video to help me figure out what one to buy.
What did you buy
I have been looking at a few of these & now have a better idea of how to narrow it down! Thanks for this one!
That first mic is such a great buy, based on the demonstration
I think the hyperx sounds the best out of all of them. What do you think?
And the fifine
i still love the sudotack mic. had it for over 2 years and its still running strong
Since it doesn't have a mute button what do you do to mute?
@@OGSpyderPrime ive got my keyboard mapped to OBS so i just press my M key and it mutes
@@mathewslimm5549 Ohh ok tyyy!!!
the sudotack is definitely my favourite budget mic cuz it has everything you need which makes it so flipping good
Btw, TDCatTech contacted Maono about the A04 mic since they changed the chip inside. He has a link to where you can download a firmware fix that could fix the mic's sensitivity.
I can't decide between the Razer mini and the Solo Cast
the solocast has the mute button which is so much easier instead of using a software so id go for that but thats just me
I can’t decide either
The new siren has a mute button btw
Hypercardioid is actually more sensitive on the rear than a cardioid mic, hypercardioid is specifically better than cardioid for side rejection (we use them a lot live for drummers)
I love your videos, man. You really deserve more views so you can post more often.
5:47 made me laugh so hard lol. I don't know why.. but it tickled my funny bone
Great, thanks! Tell us more about your current setup please. You image quality is amazing...
A7S3 (4K) on the front with a Sony 35mm F1.4 lens for background blur
A1 (8K) on the side for zooming on products without losing quality
elgato keylight on topdown to light products
random led panel on the side to light 1 part of my face
big aputure led panel softbox ($800) in the front for diffused light (this helps a lot for smooth image)
-20 midtone detail in davinci resolve for a bit more smoothness
@@TheVideoNerd Wish you included Audio Technica AT2005-USB in this. One of the best if not the best mic under $50 and is Dynamic.
@@TheVideoNerdI really think you should create a video on this.
Just subscribed and hoping to see the notification when the video drops 😊
Which one was your favorite?
Really nice comparison, thanks for letting us know how it would sound in such different scenarios. This was very helpful 😁
How can I avoide Windows from lowering automatically my mic volume? I'm really struggling with it and I've done everything to fix it butnone is working :(
My ex had the maono, it’s a great mic 🎤
This is what I’m looking for, nice review. Subscribed! 😁
I love these as out of the box reviews but I feel you could explain to people that they can post process the signal. You can set up your signal chain to have gates/compression/limiters through OBS and such.
Please try the Fifine am8 in another one of these videos
I will :)
@@TheVideoNerd ok cool, good to know … btw what’s your favorite mic of all time? Like your favorite mic you’ve compared/tested?
no mechanical keyboard typing to compare bad noice cancellation ? it's an important part too
A while ago you made a similar video, it’s inspired me to buy the fifine mic, ITS 10/10
Who position his mic in front of keyboard when gaming ?!? You should do the test with Mic behind the keyboard...
Sudotack ST-800 kit $47.99 = the best for the price
Getting that one too. Two of them to start
Definitely can't beat that price. Especially the fact it comes with the boom arm stand too
@@duartnadia hi there, did you get them? How was your experience with it so far #
@ not yet!
@@duartnadia What happened they raised the prices before Black Friday? it's $48.99 in amazon
Don't the new Seirin V3 also have a tap-to-mute button ? why you used the old one xD
The only thing i wonder is does the on board chip the sudotack help if you plug it directly into ps5? Because i have that first fifine mic and it sounds clear but no where near as good as it can sound on a pc with effects.
It could be the setting and the output device. The result could vary quite a lot with different volumes of the TV speaker for your console or the headphones for your PC and the sound doesn't feel the same even it's the same audio source with different output devices.
i bought a siren mini cause it had many great reviews but the quality wasnt here at all): even for a "budget microphone"
How? Did you adjust the settings from control panel?
Any updates?
Mine worked amazing.
@@deanaraula same here man I bought it and it was great
W video been lucking for a new mic for a while thanks boss
If you were to choose one for doing voiceovers, commercials, PSA's etc. which one would you choose? Also, what's your recommendation for higher budget up to $100?
A blue yeti mic really good
yo i bought a aliexpress plane its an su 35 it acually flies if you make an new account its like 7 dollars u should test it its so fun
anyone remember the Samson Meteor? It was pretty popular as a Snowball alternative back in the day
I have the solo cast and all I did was buy a cheap pop filter and it’s been perfect
Can you review the VeGue vm70 and vm 40 microphones? 😄
helped me a lot this video thankyou!
should i go with fifine k669b??? i use mic only for gaming and making videos.
would love to have ur opinion on the end or a ranking :)
I liked the video but there was one thing you could have done differently and that’s not talking the whole time while you clicked on the keyboard and mouse so we can hear it for our selfs instead of u telling us abt it but other than that good job man!!
Ah! I might pay attention to that in the future!
Whats the white mic that i saw in one of the shots
beacn usb microphone, expensive but good looking and sounds amazing out of the box and also comes with software
@@TheVideoNerd can you make a vidio on it???
It’s really good!
do you need razer software for the mic? i really dont wanna install more crap on my pc..
You don't need it. I've always just plugged in the mic and added it to OBS.
Solocast, Sudotack and Ampligame are decent enough for the budget imo
Hi, what do you think of the redragon gm300?
most of redragon stuff is trash
They make good PSU’s for PC
@@TheRealǍppleEnthusiast no they don't. What makes them good
@@yuanzhu1073 The’re not necessarily good, but they’re not bad.
@@TheRealǍppleEnthusiast they are bad
you should do a $50 to $75 mic comparison. Bought a mic called the FDUCE SL40 for about $65 sounds absolutely amazing!
I was kinda wondering,
Do these mic especially the sudotack and seirin mini works on mobile phone?
As far as I know yeah w an org adapter
@@kittyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy thank you
@@historicmotivator again idrk but I've heard some people saying it does in many reviews but i haven't tried myself
@@kittyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy i understand…
Thanks for responding
I’d probably get the Razer siren mini.
What is the white keyboard that you use, pretty please?
It's from Razer, forgot the name but sure you'll find it! :)
Razer Protype ultra
Amazing vid❤
Can you make a tutorial and tips on a streaming/recording software called Mirillis! action 4
is the fifine am8 better than the hyperx solocast?
Thank you for this video I just bought razer mic with arm and looks amazing sounds amazing
Got the Finine t669 ( which is the K669b but with the whole mic kit and detachable cable) and I am happy with the product for the price I payed. its now starting to show its age but its working the way its supposed to. would recommend it.
In what was is it showing it's age? Visually or audibly?
I also would like to know. I have fifine mics in mind to buy
@Nox_GG I have the Fifine K669 with the Mic stand and Shock Stand, and I've been rocking it for over 4 years. I don't see any need to upgrade to any newer condenser mics or XLR mics yet bc it still works amazingly. I also use the Steelseries mixer software to EQ my voice as well, and it sounds that much better. I would highly recommend it if it's on your radar.
@@dsajacob the stand is showing it's age, one of the screw came off, but was able to fix it back. The pads on the shock mount and the clamp are worned out but it's because it had been moved a lot.also there are some cosmetic damages. But I'm the type of guy to not handle stuff properly and mishandle it.
@@dsajacob wait you can use the steel series software to control the eq? I didn't know that
Great Reviews !
which is best for recording violin for a cd
where does he record his audio or what software it is
Mics are recorded in obs studio with the pc I'm on (which I also use for recording my screen).
My own audio is recorded by a Rode NTG3 connected through XLR to a Zoom F3. Not the best shotgun for indoors, an AT4053B or MKH50 would be better options.
This is how you do a mic testing video. I’m in the market so I’ve been watching so ma y and this one is great, seems a couple of these could be exactly what I need. I also need to add a quality noise cancellation aspect for certain videos so I don’t he has ever done that test or maybe we can get him to do one.
i have the FiFine T669 and its amazing for 50
can u give me a software to tune the a6v for gaming?
I would recommend Steelseriesgg. It's a full virtual mixer for all audios from gaming, music, discord chat, etc. But you can also change the EQs of each audio channel. Which means you can change the way your mic sounds and how your game sounds as well.
For singing which is best??
Why on earth doesn't my fifine a6v sound anywhere good as yours ? it's about 10 times more quiet.
this video will probably fix your issue: ruclips.net/video/G1VzeT9t24Y/видео.html&lc=Ugwynv4DdTOIGR99gkl4AaABAg&ab_channel=TheVideoNerd
Can someone tell me, how these compares to AirPods Pro?
the fifine K683A is also great value
P sounds is called plosives that's for future reference my friend
I just ordered the MAONO AU-A04 from Amazon before I saw this video. I do not know if it is worth it. Is it good or bad?
i need one budget mic that sounds good and i can use it on ps4
I Actually have the FIFINE microphone right now I'm looking to upgrade to the Logitech yeti mic
Use a pop filter if you like to talk directly into a microphone.
The razor mini has the fullest sound.
i think I'll go for the razer seiren mini
My blue yeti picks up every keyboard stroke lol
in my country the razer mic is cheaper than the hyper x one
fifine am8 is best
Hi can i get a gaming setup
Razer Seiren V2 X vs HyperX SoloCast
More coming!
A8 FIFINE
Ik why u made ur own link
try st-900
nice video
blue is terrible... one of worst pc purchases ive made
Blue snowbll ice sounds great to me
ask for a PC until I get a response
8:30 hallooooooooooooo
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how am i here so early?
Why not just call it "Best Mic Under $60"?
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